World Electric, a subsidiary of Sonepar, has marked a significant expansion in Florida with the inauguration of a 266,000-square-foot regional distribution center (RDC) in Hialeah Gardens. This facility is set to revolutionize the company's service delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial clients across south Florida by offering faster delivery times and a suite of specialized services. The RDC is equipped with cutting-edge features such as climate control, automated lighting systems, and picking robots, which are expected to be operational by early 2025, aiming to boost operational efficiency and order fulfillment accuracy.
The new center is not just about distribution; it offers a comprehensive range of services including a full line of color wire and parallel wire pulls, alongside specialty services like prefabrication, kitting, and Pro Logistic Services, a logistics management solution. Tammy Livers, President of World Electric, pointed out the strategic significance of the RDC, stating it addresses the growing complexity of customer needs by providing agile distribution, project management expertise, and just-in-time capabilities. This expansion is a part of World Electric's broader strategy, which has included opening new branches in Gainesville and Winter Haven, Florida, and acquiring Electric Supply of Tampa (ESI) and Advance Electric to strengthen its market position.
Located at 10701 NW 142nd St., Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018, the RDC is managed by Rodrigo Aguilar. Its strategic location and advanced technological infrastructure are poised to significantly elevate World Electric's service quality in the region. As part of Sonepar, a global leader in electrical equipment distribution with $36 billion in sales in 2023, World Electric leverages international resources and expertise while focusing on local customer needs.
The launch of the Hialeah Gardens RDC highlights the critical role of efficient, technology-driven distribution networks in the electrical supply industry. For south Florida's electrical contractors, industrial clients, and commercial businesses, this development means better access to a wide array of products and services, potentially reducing project lead times and enhancing efficiency in electrical installations and maintenance. This advancement is expected to have a positive impact on the local construction and industrial sectors, streamlining project timelines and operational processes.
